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Gold Pocket Watch Basics

On March 27, 2010 By

For as long as people have been collecting pocket watches, the gold pocket watch has been a a much sought after item. As the price of gold continues to increase, more and more collectors are looking to purchase these precious timepieces for their collections. However, a gold pocket watch won’t necessarily come cheap these days. If you’re willing to spend some money though, you can find a wonderful selection of beautiful pocket watches made of gold.

There are some gold pocket watches out there that are simply plated or leafed. These are cheaper versions and should not be confused with … Read the rest

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Antique Pocket Watches

On February 2, 2010 By

One of the more unique hobbies some individuals have today is collecting antique pocket watches. Whether for their nostalgia or their simple beauty, these vintage timepieces have come a long way since their invention in the 16th century, though the earliest models may not have been as close in appearance to the images of pocket watches people often have etched in their minds.

In the early 16th century, clock makers devised a process to use springs instead of weight to operate their timepieces. This switch allowed them to significantly condense the size of the pieces that allowed personal timepieces to … Read the rest

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